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Preparing for university is a big milestone in your educational journey! As the transition to higher education approaches, it's always a good idea to equip yourself with new skills and experiences to best prepare for university life.  Pre-university summer schools are...

Attending an Oxford summer course comes with a variety of exciting benefits, like experiencing new teaching methods and exploring a historical city of learning! An international summer school offers an unparalleled opportunity to develop your academic and social...

Dubbed the “city of dreaming spires”, Oxford is famous for its University and the abundance of college architecture that sprawls across the city. When visiting Oxford, it’s easy to head straight for the historical city centre to discover the museums, libraries and...

As we move into the summer, many students may be thinking about vacations with friends, time by the water, or catching up on some much-needed sleep! In addition to recharging, the long vacation period can be an ideal time to enrich your academic skills by enrolling in...

Guarding the Western entry to the city for over ten centuries, Oxford Castle and its prison are at the historic heart of Oxford. Over the years, this medieval motte-and-bailey castle has been a royal fortress, a centre for justice, and a notorious jail, and it remains...

Would you like to get the most out of your summer vacation? While summer holidays are an important opportunity to relax and recharge, they can also be a great opportunity to look ahead and focus on strengthening your future college applications. There are lots of...

Attending an international summer school is an unforgettable experience for so many reasons, from building friendships to last a lifetime through to gaining soft skills like confidence and independence. But what are the academic benefits of attending a summer school?...

You’ve done your research, decided on your course, and secured your place at our Oxford international summer school! But, what now? When should you start packing? Which books should you be reading? How do you even get to Oxford?!  It’s common to have lots of questions...

There’s no shortage of opportunities for students to further cultivate their academic and personal profiles during the summer and, with myriad summer programmes and courses to choose from, deciding which summer options to pursue can often appear daunting or...